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Pro Tip: Use Cooking Oil. I’m a Licensed Tankeman. I have 13 years experience with Jet Fuel, Diesel and other Hazardous materials. Cooking Oil works just as good. Don’t Use Petrochemicals (Diesel) There are many chemicals additives that you don’t want on you, your fountain/pond that your kid/ pets will most like taste when your not looking 👍 Great Looking Fountain. Thanks for the Great Video👍
Great! A few things I would do different: 1. Add some rebar in the concrete: will make the structure much stronger. Your top edge is currently VERY fragile. 2. instead of rigid pipes with right angles use PE with no joints and smooth angles. If you want rigid pipes use 45° angles instead. Both these implementations will improve water flow, which means you will need a less power-hungry pump to move the same water.
I poured concrete for 6 years and have done lots of art projects since then using concrete, in projects like this I tend to use thick wire instead of rebar, you can work it alot closer to fragile edges.
You could add a piece of steel angle in place of that wood. Every steel yard has a cutoff section where you can pick smaller pieces to avoid paying for a whole stick. They'll even cut it to the exact length you would need. It would rust to a natural patina that would look great there.
Hey guys so I’ve put a 400 GPH pump on the water feature and it runs pretty nice, a little quieter with the less water. When you’re picking a pump size anything between 400 and 800 gallons per hour should work!
It bubbles out naturally. It doesn't spray high in the air, as there isn't that much pressure being it. Think, drinking water fountain with low pressure, the water 'bubbles' out.
A bigger concern is the toddler who walked past the frame at the end of the video. If the child tries to climb it, and kids do wacky, unpredictable things, the concrete will fall on them. That is a significant weight accelerating downward. Not cool at all. If two rebar spikes are inserted or cast into the feature then corresponding slots can be cast into a basic footing so it won’t fall over. Or, at least slow the fall so it’s not child-lethal. But seriously, never build anything tippy out of concrete when there is any chance kids will be there, ever.
This is beautiful! Personally I love the wooden splash board - it adds a wonderful contemporary art feel to the whole water feature! Thanks for this inspirational water feature!!!
Nicely done. A real world guy doing realistic projects. This is doable for the average person with basic skills and desire. You deserve more subs! Gary
Hypertufa, a mixture of cement, peat moss, and pearlite is lighter weight and just as strong when properly cured. It is great for yard/garden structures.
Hmm, tend to agree that the sound of splashing water around 2:00 am is concerning. I turn my own water feature off with a timer so if I do have a real leak during the night in my sprinkler system or in the washroom, I become aware of it.
I wanted to thank you! I made one and I absolutely love the final result! I’m still trouble shooting the amount of water I’m losing from the overspray- I ordered all equipment you recommended. This tutorial was amazing! Thank you again!!
You took the words right out of my mouth! I thought the wood wS copper when I first saw it. I think an arch of copper,or maybe copper bent in the same shape as the piece if wood. Copper and concrete looks great together. I signed I'm on my phone just now to suggest copper! GMTA!!
I’ve been a Licensed Tankerman for Jet Fuel, Diesel and Other Hazardous Products for over a Decade..... Cooking Oil is just fine. Plus your not introducing Petroleum products (and what can be some nasty Additives in them) to your backyard pond or water feature.
Its looking like a couple of people are making these, I want to feature some in a video. If you finish one and want to share, upload a video of it to your channel and let me know, and I'll show it in a video :)
Maybe by hanging some metal chains over the top which would hang down like a curtain plus it would dampen the harsh sound of the water dripping down the chains and onto the concrete surface below 🙂
I really like this, I think I'm going to make one with a sheet of glass in moulded into the concrete. In the UK we have a wire mesh impregnated obscured glass called Georgian Wire Cast which i think would look really cool.
I have five giant tortoises ranging between 100 pounds up to almost 200 pounds each that love having me spray water with the hose on the backs of their shells every day. I thought of this exact idea a while back but never got around to building it. Your video has re-inspired me and it’s so nice to see exactly how to do it. In advance all my tortoises say thank you thank you thank you! And so will my water bill.
Brilliant execution. But even more impressive is the presentation itself. Thanks for not droning on as some do. Informative and to the point. I only hope I can make this ! Cheers
Okay you may have covered this and I missed it, but what is your water source? Is it recirculating from a tank or are you actually coming off like the local water supply? Doesn't that get pretty expensive with the water bill if you're running off the local water supply?
If you cut a piece of 1/2" acrylic and fit it inside the opening, it will dampen the sound...give you more of a waterfall effect and then you could light the panel itself.
Just found Travis! ! Wow! Loved his straight to the point no nonsense diy video’s and loved his fountains! I’ll watch him again..hope to start making fountains for our new home! Thanks Travis!
Now you need a frog bog. Put some reeds and such around the edges of one end, and some mesh shaped beautifully shaped eg like a dome so they have protection from birds or rodents etc while they are rock baking!
My thought on dampening the waterfall impact noise would be to just set larger creek or river rocks on the concrete sill. Something sized to be large enough to hold their position and not be knocked off by the flow?
Looks awesome, I think if you added some "rain chains" in the center you would get the sound you want with less slapping noises. You could also bury the base so the water drops onto the stones. It looks awesome. Thank you for the video.
Doug Reamsbottom rain chains like what you hang from a downspout on a drain? That could be cool. Good recommendations I’ll consider those. Thanks for watching!
I love it! Sounds so pretty! If you're concerned about the sound and the over splash, maybe try making the bottom "splash zone" converted (not pointing up, but pointing downward). The water would collect and spill over the edge into the recycle pit. I would love to have one. So relaxing!!
I kinda like the idea of a water feature similar to this, but maybe with a small solar panel or two to power the pump, and set up with a little stone bench so it can be used for washing dirty feet :)
I’ve been wanting to make one (or more!) of these myself, the water feature square made of cement not hard really, but for me the hard part is doing the rest of the water feature with the rocks and plants where it looks nice. That takes a certain talent I don’t think I have acquired yet? Your looked very nice though! I’m a bit of a perfectionist and I think that’s a big part of my problem? Things in nature aren’t perfect and more random than I am! LOL
Just wondering if you anchored the concrete fountain to prevent it from tipping over accidentally on a child? If you did, please describe that. Thanks!
Yea we just top it off occasionally. The pump says it’s supposed to shut itself off it it starts to overheat. So far it seems to be retaining water really well!
Thank you! Love the simplicity and beauty of this fountain. My husband and I are looking as to how to add this to our back yard garden next to the porch now.
If Your Neighbor would complain of a running waterfall they have some serious problems, If it was a noisy Rooster I could understand but running water is really relaxing
Great video! If less splash is desired I think another concrete rectangle piece set a few inches around the base would look nice. It would need to be far enough out and tall enough to catch the water.
Love the video, Travis! Thanks for sharing such a creative, great idea. Question: What is the approximate 'splash zone' from your 3' tall water sculpture? I'm thinking I may need to purchase an appropriately sized tote for my application/climate.
love this. i have been looking around for tub sizes for the water, or how to set it straight, like on posts. but you just used pond liner and concrete blocks i think. sounds much simpler.
so honestly? Ill just build a new one. haha But I did some research and learned that rot needs air and so long as the board is constantly submerged in the water it will rot at a Very slow rate. Also the board is on cinder block, so its not holding the weight of the fountain. Its been 10 months with no problems.
I like this a lot! Is it just the force of the pump that causes the water to cascade over the entire top? I was half-expecting it to come out in one single stream.
Yea so I was a little worried about the water flow too but with the top surface flat, smooth, and (mostly) level, the water sorta pools on top before it cascades. Polarity of water I guess.
Usually you can control the water flow on pumps... You're an artist for sure! So off you go into the beautiful world of creativity. Will sub just for the pleasure of watching you evolve in your designs, methods... Thanks for sharing.
Why is the pipe routed around the center? Wouldn't it be better in multiple ways to just make it a straight pipe in one of the sides? Shorter pipe, less complicated build, easier to clean. And no one would ever know that the pump is off center. (possibly in conjunction with the final point below) Also, instead of a board (though I like the wood on concrete look) stacking some of your river rocks on the shelf might work to cut the noise and tie the look in with the rest of the rocks. Finally, consider a shallow and relatively small groove/depression/reservoir on top, maybe a quarter inch deep by an inch by a foot. If you've got it leveled well that will give you more of a sheet actin than a plopping action, further changing the acoustics. Also, birds love it.
I like those ideas! Part of the reason I put the pipe center on Beth ends is because I don’t know which end will go up. I wanted to leave flipping it available in case the “top” didn’t come out of the mold the way I hoped.
This has got to be one of THE easiest fountains to make- thank you!!! I was thinking, you can just add that pivoted angle at the bottom of the fountain (post mold)..... just use dryer cement to build that “wood board”. :)
It’s also possible to make that triangular piece into a mold by putting ends on it, and using that to create the piece in concrete. Then just use some cement to attach that dried piece of triangular concrete to the base of the fountain.
Awesome presentation in all respects! Recommend imbeding colorful stones so they're exposed and perhaps using cement dye. As I have obsidion for my flintknaping hobby will use that. A plus is its glass like sheen. Thanks for the great idea!
I guess the joy in doing it as concrete is the ability to veneer anything you want to it without a permanent embedment of a particular material. Gives you more flexibility to make changes to design throughout the years
Ack! So many ideas in my head! Waiting on a pump right now but im designing a simple one for my rescue cats (28) on the back patio. Many of them, like most cats, really want running water to drink. Some like to play in it, so ill be using terracotta pots for my first go at making one. I have a bunch of projects i want to try with concrete though for out in my garden and yard. Thanks again for all your inspiration!
WOW, best DIY video I've seen in a long time! Great job explaining everything and showing how you put it together, but even better - providing the cost breakdown. Yours is the first video I've ever seen (DIY-wise), that actually provides the cost of the materials. I was looking for a unique water feature for one of my gardens and this is perfect! - only problem is that the garden I'd have loved to put this in, is on a major slope - I could make it work, it would just mean a lot more creativity on the backside of it. Now, if I can talk my husband into the idea...
Thanks! I'm glad you like the video, I tried to be as thorough as I could. Yea hillsides can be kinda tough but I think you could make it work. Let me know if you do! I'd love to see it.
Its looking like a couple of people are making these, I want to feature some in a video. If you finish one and want to share, upload a video of it to your channel and let me know, and I'll show it in a video :)
Wow, I tried this and the concrete didn't turn out at all. It has an extremely cinder block look and it fell apart after letting it sit in the mold for a week. Why type of mix did you use? Mortar mix or Portland Cement? I'm going to give it another try and use rebar, but I want to use the right material.
Regarding your mold, if you were to use Formica surfaced boards you'd have a smoother surface contacting the concrete and easier to remove. Also, how about some rebar or even chickenwire/farm cloth to help the concrete's ability to hold up. Another suggestion is if you cast a trough on the top surface, the water will then cascade in a sheet rather than random drips. That might control the noise as well
I agree with all you said, but with my thoughts...the Formica if you’re going for a clean/modern look, however if you want more rustic I’d suggest the thin packing material (thin wrapping with small air bubbles). The trough is a great idea especially coupled wit three water spread evenly on top would definitely make a nicer “rainfall” effect. To lessen the noise I’d say build your form so the base comes to a triangle where the water meets it.
I was thinking a length of sheet copper the same size as the wood he used would be nice. It's easy to make a crease or fold in copper although it's a lot more expensive now than it once was. I especially like the verdigris that's formed on copper from exposure to the elements.
Don't forget the birdies...A nice little bowl shaped protrusion that takes some of that run off...it would be self cleaning (mostly)...Also Bird friendly water features are big sellers...Just sayin...:)...Nice job on the square...:)
Hi just found your video, this is cool project. Thanks for sharing I have a idea on how to keep the sound down. Have a opening at the bottom so the water can drip down into the pool below. The sound should be lower with very little splashing. Just a thought not sure if would work.
I think a great idea would be to install gas pipes inside when moulding it and to have a gas fire coming from the bottom inside the square for colder months where water might not be suitable.
Suggestion::: you should make little pools for the water for the birds to bath in ,, they would love it ,, even a few small pools here and there ,, and where does your water go , or is it recycled back through the pipes somehow , love your idea ,
A thick hammered copper sheet would look great inside your water feature. The hammered dimples would displace the water and when the sun hits it it would look lovely. And over time development a nice patina.
I didn’t see you removing the center wood form from the concrete. I know the oil helps with the wood sticking, but it can be difficult to remove the center square form without cracking the concrete.
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how is the drainage through the rock and the board? how often are you having add water? Really like the design. Great work!
Pro Tip: Use Cooking Oil.
I’m a Licensed Tankeman. I have 13 years experience with Jet Fuel, Diesel and other Hazardous materials. Cooking Oil works just as good. Don’t Use Petrochemicals (Diesel) There are many chemicals additives that you don’t want on you, your fountain/pond that your kid/ pets will most like taste when your not looking 👍
Great Looking Fountain. Thanks for the Great Video👍
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How about a Video at NIGHT so we can see the Fountain Lights
Great!
A few things I would do different:
1. Add some rebar in the concrete: will make the structure much stronger. Your top edge is currently VERY fragile.
2. instead of rigid pipes with right angles use PE with no joints and smooth angles. If you want rigid pipes use 45° angles instead. Both these implementations will improve water flow, which means you will need a less power-hungry pump to move the same water.
I poured concrete for 6 years and have done lots of art projects since then using concrete, in projects like this I tend to use thick wire instead of rebar, you can work it alot closer to fragile edges.
I was thinking the same.
All Very good ideas to consider.
What is PE for the novice?
@@navydog1777 I second that question
Turned out pretty cool man. Nice work.
Thank you!
Wasn't expecting this comment here haha.
A fun (expensive) thing to do would be to sheath that deflector board in copper. It would corrode in cool different shades.
that is what I thought it was at first and I thought what a cool little add on and I was surprised when he said it was wood.
or just add loose smaller rocks to hush it down as another option.
You could add a piece of steel angle in place of that wood. Every steel yard has a cutoff section where you can pick smaller pieces to avoid paying for a whole stick. They'll even cut it to the exact length you would need. It would rust to a natural patina that would look great there.
Absolutely. You could plasma cut or torch cool patterns in it too, and leave the slag on for an even cooler effect.
Hey guys so I’ve put a 400 GPH pump on the water feature and it runs pretty nice, a little quieter with the less water. When you’re picking a pump size anything between 400 and 800 gallons per hour should work!
So thats what u recommend for the 3ft tall one?
How did you make the bubbler at top?
@@Mikes_ASMR_guns_and_crypto I’m not sure I understand your question
@@travisjantzer I wasn’t sure if you put a cap on the end of the pvc tubing protruding from the top or if it’s open🤔🧐
It bubbles out naturally. It doesn't spray high in the air, as there isn't that much pressure being it. Think, drinking water fountain with low pressure, the water 'bubbles' out.
My concern is the wood you used for the base. Will that not rot and ruin the water feature?
The wood will rot, not doubt there, but what a brilliant cool water feature…
You could create the sloping base in concrete by adjusting your mould.
Stupid is as stupid does!! You sir are not awesome in any way. Your momy & dady lied to you
A bigger concern is the toddler who walked past the frame at the end of the video. If the child tries to climb it, and kids do wacky, unpredictable things, the concrete will fall on them. That is a significant weight accelerating downward. Not cool at all. If two rebar spikes are inserted or cast into the feature then corresponding slots can be cast into a basic footing so it won’t fall over. Or, at least slow the fall so it’s not child-lethal. But seriously, never build anything tippy out of concrete when there is any chance kids will be there, ever.
That was my concern as well so I would use a wood composite instead.
This is beautiful! Personally I love the wooden splash board - it adds a wonderful contemporary art feel to the whole water feature! Thanks for this inspirational water feature!!!
Nicely done. A real world guy doing realistic projects. This is doable for the average person with basic skills and desire. You deserve more subs! Gary
Hypertufa, a mixture of cement, peat moss, and pearlite is lighter weight and just as strong when properly cured. It is great for yard/garden structures.
Great tip.
Really nice project. What type of concrete did you use and how many bags do I need?
I like that idea, i'll look into it!
"Hypertufa", ~cost, and Source?
I feel like if we were your neighbors, we would NOT mind the relaxing water sound. 😎
It seems my neighbors all agree :)
Hmm, tend to agree that the sound of splashing water around 2:00 am is concerning. I turn my own water feature off with a timer so if I do have a real leak during the night in my sprinkler system or in the washroom, I become aware of it.
I think the organic nature of the wood really makes the whole thing. Very nice!
I wanted to thank you! I made one and I absolutely love the final result! I’m still trouble shooting the amount of water I’m losing from the overspray- I ordered all equipment you recommended. This tutorial was amazing! Thank you again!!
I want to see it! send me a picture or video
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I LOVE your humble character, and your water feature is just lovely
Suggestion .. cover the wood insert with copper sheeting. That would look really pretty.
Great idea. That would look awesome.
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Or behind ithe fall.
You took the words right out of my mouth! I thought the wood wS copper when I first saw it. I think an arch of copper,or maybe copper bent in the same shape as the piece if wood. Copper and concrete looks great together. I signed I'm on my phone just now to suggest copper! GMTA!!
The only neighbor that’s concerned about other neighbors. Could we move in next to you?
Travis you've got a winning channel here man! *Great production, presentation & well thought out*
Subbed. ✔
CANDIDE - thanks! I appreciate it :)
I've done 10 years of concrete. WD-40 would be the best oil to put on the forms. Normally people use a mix of used hydraulic oil and diesel.
True dat men
I’ve been a Licensed Tankerman for Jet Fuel, Diesel and Other Hazardous Products for over a Decade..... Cooking Oil is just fine. Plus your not introducing Petroleum products (and what can be some nasty Additives in them) to your backyard pond or water feature.
Thx
This is really nice! I might try this as my first concrete dyi with a small version. And thank you for the cost analysis!!! Highly appreciated!!
Estefy N I would love to see yours if you make one! Good luck!
Its looking like a couple of people are making these, I want to feature some in a video. If you finish one and want to share, upload a video of it to your channel and let me know, and I'll show it in a video :)
@@travisjantzer Oh awesome thanks for letting me know. I'm still at the process of molding the concrete so we'll see XD
I love this! I live next to a busy road and I've been looking to build a water feature to help drown out the traffic noise. This is BEAUTIFUL.
Thanks! I definitely love the sound :)
Maybe by hanging some metal chains over the top which would hang down like a curtain plus it would dampen the harsh sound of the water dripping down the chains and onto the concrete surface below 🙂
Very nice project and interesting video.
I might avoid placing any wood / plywood under a wet concrete
yard fountain if I did this one.
Marine epoxy over the wood will protect it
Using Murphy's oil soap on a wood mold your going to reuse works really well.
Good to know!
I really like this, I think I'm going to make one with a sheet of glass in moulded into the concrete. In the UK we have a wire mesh impregnated obscured glass called Georgian Wire Cast which i think would look really cool.
That sounds pretty cool. Will you do a video on the project?
I have five giant tortoises ranging between 100 pounds up to almost 200 pounds each that love having me spray water with the hose on the backs of their shells every day. I thought of this exact idea a while back but never got around to building it. Your video has re-inspired me and it’s so nice to see exactly how to do it. In advance all my tortoises say thank you thank you thank you! And so will my water bill.
Dude I would love to see it when you get it done!
how did it go? 😊
Brilliant execution. But even more impressive is the presentation itself. Thanks for not droning on as some do. Informative and to the point. I only hope I can make this ! Cheers
Okay you may have covered this and I missed it, but what is your water source? Is it recirculating from a tank or are you actually coming off like the local water supply? Doesn't that get pretty expensive with the water bill if you're running off the local water supply?
If you wrap the board in copper sheeting that would look amazing
yea it would
If you cut a piece of 1/2" acrylic and fit it inside the opening, it will dampen the sound...give you more of a waterfall effect and then you could light the panel itself.
U mean under the acrylic? How
Very clever just found your channel, glad I did cheers.
it looks really good I have a question, it sits on wood won't the wood rot out in time, should we used other materials that
won't get rotten?
I explained this in the description. Short answer, No, not like people seem to think.
Hey Travis. Paint the muffle board gold or bronze. It will add to the esthetic. Thanks for sharing.
Or even better, get a sheet of copper and bend it, then it'll get a gorgeous patina!
Just found Travis! ! Wow! Loved his straight to the point no nonsense diy video’s and loved his fountains! I’ll watch him again..hope to start making fountains for our new home! Thanks Travis!
Thank you! Glad you like my videos and projects :)
I would love to see any fountains you build!
This is really great! The noise is the best part and it attracts birds so I will absolutely be trying to do this project. Thank you for the video.
Now you need a frog bog.
Put some reeds and such around the edges of one end, and some mesh shaped beautifully shaped eg like a dome so they have protection from birds or rodents etc while they are rock baking!
People buy tiny, decorative fountains that make that water sound for their bedrooms. Your neighbors probably love falling asleep to that sound!
This is perfect, I have nosy neighbors and my neighborhood is extremely quiet. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Glad it helped!
I spray my concrete molds with Pam before I pour the concrete. Mold comes off easy.
EXCELLENT Video. LOVE you way of explaining. THANK YOU! Subscribing!
My thought on dampening the waterfall impact noise would be
to just set larger creek or river rocks on the concrete sill.
Something sized to be large enough to hold their position
and not be knocked off by the flow?
I'm seeing two years questions, so most likely I'll get no response.
N/P, again the feature looks great, thanks.
Looks awesome, I think if you added some "rain chains" in the center you would get the sound you want with less slapping noises. You could also bury the base so the water drops onto the stones.
It looks awesome. Thank you for the video.
Doug Reamsbottom rain chains like what you hang from a downspout on a drain? That could be cool. Good recommendations I’ll consider those. Thanks for watching!
I love this!!!! Just found ur channel, subscribed.
Some pumps will also list a specification for "lift", which is the maximum height it will push water and the GPM at that height.
yup!
I love it! Sounds so pretty! If you're concerned about the sound and the over splash, maybe try making the bottom "splash zone" converted (not pointing up, but pointing downward). The water would collect and spill over the edge into the recycle pit. I would love to have one. So relaxing!!
If you sunk the bottom of the square below the rocks, you would eliminate the splashing as the rocks lessen the splashing sound.
I think the splashing sound is part of it, it’s soothing sound
Just finished mine, thanks for the idea and video.
uhhh.... the woods gonna rot bro, then that thing becomes a kid-smasher. lol im gonna make one though- looks great
Uhh marine epoxy bruhhhh
I kinda like the idea of a water feature similar to this, but maybe with a small solar panel or two to power the pump, and set up with a little stone bench so it can be used for washing dirty feet :)
I’ve been wanting to make one (or more!) of these myself, the water feature square made of cement not hard really, but for me the hard part is doing the rest of the water feature with the rocks and plants where it looks nice. That takes a certain talent I don’t think I have acquired yet? Your looked very nice though! I’m a bit of a perfectionist and I think that’s a big part of my problem? Things in nature aren’t perfect and more random than I am! LOL
Just wondering if you anchored the concrete fountain to prevent it from tipping over accidentally on a child? If you did, please describe that. Thanks!
I used 3 inch lag screws.
I would recommend pouring some bolts in with the concrete so you can actually bolt it down.
How do you keep the system from drying out with water evaporation?
I'm assuming using a hose to water the rocks at the base to fill up the reservoir.
Yea we just top it off occasionally. The pump says it’s supposed to shut itself off it it starts to overheat. So far it seems to be retaining water really well!
Animals are drinking much of my water. The rock covered pool will help with animals and evaporation.
Thank you! Love the simplicity and beauty of this fountain. My husband and I are looking as to how to add this to our back yard garden next to the porch now.
If Your Neighbor would complain of a running waterfall they have some serious problems, If it was a noisy Rooster I could understand but running water is really relaxing
I have an image of the neighbors getting upset when it rains
I had a neighbor ask me if I could put my fountain on a timer because the sound at night made him want to pee 🤣. I of course obliged
Great video! If less splash is desired I think another concrete rectangle piece set a few inches around the base would look nice. It would need to be far enough out and tall enough to catch the water.
Love the video, Travis! Thanks for sharing such a creative, great idea. Question: What is the approximate 'splash zone' from your 3' tall water sculpture? I'm thinking I may need to purchase an appropriately sized tote for my application/climate.
With the board dampener at the base the water splashes about 2.5 ft each direction. Roughly.
Very nice project. Are there any solar pumps that could be used instead and avoid electrical connections?
So I finally got around to trying out solar pumps and just posted the video. Theres one that may work. You should go check it out.
love this. i have been looking around for tub sizes for the water, or how to set it straight, like on posts. but you just used pond liner and concrete blocks i think. sounds much simpler.
Chris C yea I like the pond liners because they’re flexible. And yea it’s on block. I covered the install a little better in my Q&A video.
Wat happens when the wood rots underneath concrete feature?
Over all superb garden feature 👌
so honestly? Ill just build a new one. haha
But I did some research and learned that rot needs air and so long as the board is constantly submerged in the water it will rot at a Very slow rate. Also the board is on cinder block, so its not holding the weight of the fountain. Its been 10 months with no problems.
Amazing, the wooden wedge in the middle is actually a nice aesthetical feature if you ask me. I would make one too if I had a garden. Nice video!
Thanks!
That is really nice, BUT PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF MOTION GRAPHICS get yourself .svg / vector logo for your intro
I’m an amateur so I’ll look into that!
Fixed it.
I like this a lot! Is it just the force of the pump that causes the water to cascade over the entire top? I was half-expecting it to come out in one single stream.
Yea so I was a little worried about the water flow too but with the top surface flat, smooth, and (mostly) level, the water sorta pools on top before it cascades. Polarity of water I guess.
@@travisjantzer good to know! Thanks for the reply. I think I can manage this one once I find some time. Thanks for the inspiration!
Cool, though not getting the wood base?
First time viewer. Keep it up!
Usually you can control the water flow on pumps...
You're an artist for sure! So off you go into the beautiful world of creativity.
Will sub just for the pleasure of watching you evolve in your designs, methods...
Thanks for sharing.
Wow, thank you! lots more to come :)
That looks awesome great idea. Also the wood you use to dampen the sound gives it a nice touch.
You could easily put some stones in the cavity to lessen the slapping
I really like it! looks modern, but Cool not cheezey.
Plus I really love the Cross behind you!
Why is the pipe routed around the center?
Wouldn't it be better in multiple ways to just make it a straight pipe in one of the sides? Shorter pipe, less complicated build, easier to clean. And no one would ever know that the pump is off center. (possibly in conjunction with the final point below)
Also, instead of a board (though I like the wood on concrete look) stacking some of your river rocks on the shelf might work to cut the noise and tie the look in with the rest of the rocks.
Finally, consider a shallow and relatively small groove/depression/reservoir on top, maybe a quarter inch deep by an inch by a foot. If you've got it leveled well that will give you more of a sheet actin than a plopping action, further changing the acoustics. Also, birds love it.
I like those ideas! Part of the reason I put the pipe center on Beth ends is because I don’t know which end will go up. I wanted to leave flipping it available in case the “top” didn’t come out of the mold the way I hoped.
This has got to be one of THE easiest fountains to make- thank you!!! I was thinking, you can just add that pivoted angle at the bottom of the fountain (post mold)..... just use dryer cement to build that “wood board”. :)
It’s also possible to make that triangular piece into a mold by putting ends on it, and using that to create the piece in concrete. Then just use some cement to attach that dried piece of triangular concrete to the base of the fountain.
That waterfall is going to sink with that wood as the base u should of use a plastic top like them 55gal Storage tote from home depot.
the weight is supported by the concrete block.
Awesome presentation in all respects! Recommend imbeding colorful stones so they're exposed and perhaps using cement dye. As I have obsidion for my flintknaping hobby will use that. A plus is its glass like sheen. Thanks for the great idea!
Good Ideas! Send me a picture if you make one! Instagram @travis.jantzer
I guess the joy in doing it as concrete is the ability to veneer anything you want to it without a permanent embedment of a particular material. Gives you more flexibility to make changes to design throughout the years
I just had to google obsidian as I wasn't sure what it was, that would look beautiful.
A piece of course foam where the board would dampen the sound loads and wouldn't rot
Love love love thank you for your talent
Ack! So many ideas in my head! Waiting on a pump right now but im designing a simple one for my rescue cats (28) on the back patio. Many of them, like most cats, really want running water to drink. Some like to play in it, so ill be using terracotta pots for my first go at making one. I have a bunch of projects i want to try with concrete though for out in my garden and yard. Thanks again for all your inspiration!
WOW, best DIY video I've seen in a long time! Great job explaining everything and showing how you put it together, but even better - providing the cost breakdown. Yours is the first video I've ever seen (DIY-wise), that actually provides the cost of the materials. I was looking for a unique water feature for one of my gardens and this is perfect! - only problem is that the garden I'd have loved to put this in, is on a major slope - I could make it work, it would just mean a lot more creativity on the backside of it. Now, if I can talk my husband into the idea...
Thanks! I'm glad you like the video, I tried to be as thorough as I could.
Yea hillsides can be kinda tough but I think you could make it work. Let me know if you do! I'd love to see it.
Its looking like a couple of people are making these, I want to feature some in a video. If you finish one and want to share, upload a video of it to your channel and let me know, and I'll show it in a video :)
It would be allot lighter if you use aircrete; probably half. Great video, thank you.
Thanks for the cost break down. You're right that it's a rare but extremely helpful thing to have.
Wow, I tried this and the concrete didn't turn out at all. It has an extremely cinder block look and it fell apart after letting it sit in the mold for a week. Why type of mix did you use? Mortar mix or Portland Cement? I'm going to give it another try and use rebar, but I want to use the right material.
try high strength cement, from home depot, not high cost at all. make sure you mix it into a paste not a thick soup, if you get my visualizations.
Regarding your mold, if you were to use Formica surfaced boards you'd have a smoother surface contacting the concrete and easier to remove. Also, how about some rebar or even chickenwire/farm cloth to help the concrete's ability to hold up. Another suggestion is if you cast a trough on the top surface, the water will then cascade in a sheet rather than random drips. That might control the noise as well
I agree with all you said, but with my thoughts...the Formica if you’re going for a clean/modern look, however if you want more rustic I’d suggest the thin packing material (thin wrapping with small air bubbles).
The trough is a great idea especially coupled wit three water spread evenly on top would definitely make a nicer “rainfall” effect. To lessen the noise I’d say build your form so the base comes to a triangle where the water meets it.
Piling up rocks over the concrete would be best I imagine.
I quite like it with that contrasting wood at the bottom, would look nice made out of rusted steal or something along those lines.
I was thinking a length of sheet copper the same size as the wood he used would be nice. It's easy to make a crease or fold in copper although it's a lot more expensive now than it once was. I especially like the verdigris that's formed on copper from exposure to the elements.
I love it so much🤩🤩
Don't forget the birdies...A nice little bowl shaped protrusion that takes some of that run off...it would be self cleaning (mostly)...Also Bird friendly water features are big sellers...Just sayin...:)...Nice job on the square...:)
I LOVE the birds this thing has brought in. Finches, Robins, Blue Jays, Doves, a pair of Hummingbirds. :)
@@travisjantzer :)...Hummingbirds= flying jewels...:)...Jays are awesome too...
Cool project!
Fill your V with concrete. Make a long triangle concrete insert.
Hi just found your video, this is cool project. Thanks for sharing
I have a idea on how to keep the sound down. Have a opening at the bottom so the water can drip down into the pool below. The sound should be lower with very little splashing. Just a thought not sure if would work.
I think a great idea would be to install gas pipes inside when moulding it and to have a gas fire coming from the bottom inside the square for colder months where water might not be suitable.
kids, gotta be kid friendly...and pets too.
Make it slightly concave in the middle so it will hold water. That may reduce the noise and splash.
def a possibility.
Great video - thanks for the tips
Suggestion::: you should make little pools for the water for the birds to bath in ,, they would love it ,, even a few small pools here and there ,, and where does your water go , or is it recycled back through the pipes somehow , love your idea ,
put astroturf for deafening sound of water falling, One in Portland OR rose garden, & at Dallas botanical gardens, too.
1)What size of pvc pipe did you use for the small fountain you made?
2) what size was your submersible pump for your small fountain?
Loved the video!
A thick hammered copper sheet would look great inside your water feature. The hammered dimples would displace the water and when the sun hits it it would look lovely. And over time development a nice patina.
Yea that would look cool. I stuck a bunch of different things under it in my "pick your favorite" video.
Just amazing.. That is cool.
My ponds are natural looking but I love what you did.
thE SPLASH IS WUT IS COOL ABOUT WATERFALLS! The wood looks so dumb!
I didn’t see you removing the center wood form from the concrete. I know the oil helps with the wood sticking, but it can be difficult to remove the center square form without cracking the concrete.
And with a little basin at the sides, birds and garden animals have a water source and a pool 😊😊👍
exactly! We have two hummingbirds that bathe in it and they're so cute!
Adorable little girl. I truly loved the water fall.💯👑
Is the water being collected and recycled through the "fountain"? It would also make a great focal point in a goldfish pond...